Saskatchewan Polytechnic

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Overview

Known as Canada’s ‘Land of Living Skies’, Saskatchewan is home to Saskatchewan Polytechnic which welcomes international students from around the world to study on campus or access their programs abroad.

With campuses in scenic Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert and Regina, and an established Indigenous Student Success Strategy, Saskatchewan Polytechnic is a member of Polytechnics Canada, an alliance of research-intensive, industry-responsive institutions. Supporting economic growth through applied learning and research, Saskatchewan equips students with marketable knowledge and innovative business skills.

Offering a range of apprenticeships, certificates and diplomas serving economic and public service sectors and delivered by excellent staff, 96% of graduates rated programme quality as ‘satisfied to very satisfied’.

The international student advisor team give ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support to facilitate a smooth transition to Canadian life.

The Students' Association organises activities, clubs and entertainment with an array of sport facilities and social events offered at all four friendly and vibrant campuses.

International students are eligible for a range of scholarships and bursaries with more than $2 million in student awards given out annually.

Focusing on co-operative education and strong partnerships between students and employers, The Student Employment Services host annual career fairs to promote extensive opportunities. 90% of Saskatchewan graduates were employed as Canadian businesses are actively recruiting young, ambitious innovators to provide new skills for evolving industries and their technologies.

What’s new

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is always on the look-out for new partnerships in applied research that focus on solving real-world problems while maximising the benefits for everyone involved. That’s why a partnership between Sask Polytech and Create Café, a 3D-Printing studio and café in Saskatoon, is a recipe for success — the rewards can prove to be bigger than planned.

“Partnerships like this provide win-win scenarios for everyone involved,” says Dustin Maki, CEO and founder of Create Café. “We are extremely pleased and impressed with the help that Sask Polytech provided in guiding us through the applied research process, and the quick response in getting the project underway.”

Sask Polytech faculty developed and produced a set of high flow 3D printing nozzles. The nozzles, which were constructed with support from the Industrial Research Assistance Program, are now being used in a custom ErectorBot 3D printer nicknamed Printron – the largest indoor 3D printer in North America and the only one in Canada. Printron is owned by Randy Janes, co-owner of Create Café and sole owner of Wave of the Future 3D. Printron allows for six-times more material to be laid down than what Create Café has been able to do in the past. Because of these new nozzles, large-scale items, such as the Wave – the world’s first-ever 3D printed camper – can be printed at Create Café.

Lance Greene, CPO and co-founder at Create Café and a Sask Polytech alum, who designed the original high flow nozzle says he was on board with the partnership because he knows what the institution is capable of achieving.

For Tim Muench, programme head of the CAD/CAM and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs, partnerships like this are why Sask Polytech graduates continue to be sought after in their chosen career field.

“Our students have opportunities for first-hand experience with cutting edge technology and exposure to possible career options,” says Muench. More about this…

Schools

International Students are currently accepted into over 50 programs within the following schools:

School of Business – Saskatchewan Polytechnic Business offers 16 programs, in accountancy, administration, financial services, human resources, insurance or marketing.

School of Health Sciences – Students will be prepared to join the growing demand for skilled health care workers.

School of Hospitality and Tourism – Sask Polytech is known nationally for its top-quality hospitality programs.

School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing – Students enjoy hands-on learning with modern equipment and first-rate shop facilities. Several of the school’s programs include an applied research project so students can put theory to the test in real-world situations.

School of Nursing – Students will benefit from small class sizes that can afford plenty of one-to-one interaction with over 230 nationally recognised faculty. Prior to clinical practice placements, students will build their confidence in simulation centres, complete with high-tech mannequins, hospital and assessment rooms, video cameras and control rooms.

School of Transportation and Construction – Students will learn in well-equipped facilities from supportive instructors with real-world experience.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements vary across programs and range from a Saskatchewan equivalent Grade 12, with specific course and grade minimums required to a conferred bachelor's degree from a recognised post-secondary institution for its postgraduate programs.

All Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs require a minimum IELTS overall minimum score of Band 6.5 and a minimum score of 5.0 in each component. The Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, delivered in partnership with the University of Regina, requires a minimum overall score of Band 7.0 and a minimum score of 7.0 in speaking.

Most programs use a First Qualified, First Admitted (FQFA) application process. This means that the sooner students apply for a programme, the better their chances are of obtaining a seat.

As many of the programs fill up quickly, students must apply far in advance of the deadlines. The institution begins accepting applications in September for programs that start in September of the following year. For programs with a September intake, students should complete their application by May 1st.

If they choose to apply after May 1st, students must remember that the combined processing times of Saskatchewan Polytechnic and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may not give them enough time to begin studies in the fall.

For those programs with January intakes, students should apply by October 1st.

Scholarships & funding

International students are eligible for most of the same scholarships, bursaries and awards as domestic students. As well as some specific to international students which are typically awarded based on academic achievement after completing one semester.

Students must investigate and apply for anything that they believe they may qualify for. Most awards are typically in the CAD500 to CAD1000 range.

Student Awards

Thanks to the generosity of donors and alumni, Saskatchewan Polytechnic provides approximately CAD2 million in student awards every school year.

Awards are commonly selected on the basis of financial need, academic achievement or a combination of the two. The selection basis for awards can also include volunteer or leadership involvement in their communities and schools.

International students at Saskatchewan Polytechnic have their own informal association where they share information, resources and news and connect with one another.

Students attending the Regina Campus may want to consider living at the new 693-bed residence on the University of Regina campus. It's only minutes away and offers students all the amenities of home. For more information, visit the Saskatchewan Student Application Process page. This page provides step by step instructions for students to apply for residences.